NHTSA recall 11V315000
Steering · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Details
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Why it matters: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal…
The fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible
- 2011 Chrysler Town And Country
- 2011 Dodge Avenger
- 2011 Dodge Caliber
- 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2011 Dodge Journey
- 2011 Dodge Nitro
- 2011 Jeep Compass
- 2011 Jeep Liberty
- 2011 Jeep Patriot
- 2011 Jeep Wrangler
All model years NHTSA lists
2011 Chrysler 200, 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible, 2011 Chrysler Town And Country, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2011 Dodge Journey, 2011 Dodge Nitro, 2011 Jeep Compass, 2011 Jeep Liberty, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 11V315000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.